Transform Daud's World through a Cochlear Implant

Transform Daud’s World through a Cochlear Implant

Daud Ahmed cochlear implant patient pre image

Daud Ahmed's Story

A three-year-old innocent boy named Daud Ahmed, from Lahore, is facing a profound challenge that has left him in silence. Daud suffers from congenital sensorineural hearing loss, a condition that has hindered his ability to hear the world around him. His parents first noticed this issue when he turned one, and his lack of response to their voices deeply concerned them. Seeking medical help, they took him to a local hospital, where tests revealed his diagnosis of sensorineural deafness. The doctor recommended cochlear implant surgery as the most promising solution to restore his hearing. This remarkable procedure utilises electrical stimulation of the cochlear nerve, with external and internal components that work together to process and transmit sounds.

Daud resides in Lahore with his loving parents and three siblings. His father, the sole provider for the family, earns a monthly salary of PKR 35,000. Despite his best efforts, he finds himself unable to bear the financial burden of the crucial cochlear implant surgery that could transform Daud’s life. Distressed by their predicament, Daud’s father shares his heartfelt concerns:

“I fear that my child will face obstacles in his education and social development due to his hearing loss. Our limited financial resources prevent us from affording the life-changing cochlear implant surgery. Your generous donations can make a significant difference in my child’s future. Please consider donating today to help us provide him with the medical treatment he urgently needs.”

Recognizing their urgent need, Daud’s parents turned to Transparent Hands. Today, we humbly appeal to your compassionate hearts for support. By making a small donation, you can play a pivotal role in empowering Daud’s journey to regain the gift of sound. Together, we can help him thrive and embrace a life filled with educational opportunities and social interactions.

Join us in resonating hope for Daud’s future. Your donation, no matter how small, can make a world of difference. Let’s come together and empower Daud on his path to hearing and a brighter tomorrow.

Please Note: In certain situations, we proceed with the patient's surgery/medical procedure despite incomplete funding displayed on the website. Following the surgery/medical procedure, we persist in collecting funds and maintain the campaign on the website until funding is secured in full. Hospitals have granted us a grace period for bill payment.

Daud Ahmed's Story

Daud Ahmed, a 3-year-old boy from Lahore, was suffering from congenital deafness. His parents were heartbroken to watch him growing up without the ability to hear his loved ones’ voices. Concerned about his condition, his parents took him to a nearby hospital and received a medical consultation. After a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed him with congenital sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) and recommended cochlear implant surgery for it. However, the cost of the surgery was overwhelming for him.

Since birth, his condition left him unable to experience the everyday sounds that most people take for granted. Daud belongs to a poor family, who struggles to make ends meet. He lives in a modest rented house with his five family members. The cost of the cochlear implant surgery was far beyond what his family could ever afford. The days that followed were filled with uncertainty and despair.

With hopes in their hearts, Daud’s family turned to Transparent Hands and asked us for help. Understanding the critical nature of Daud’s situation, we registered his case.

On June 6th, 2024, Daud was admitted to GIMS Hospital in Gambat. Dr Maqbool Ahmed performed the life-changing procedure and carefully inserted the internal component of the cochlear implant. The surgery marked the beginning of a new chapter in Daud’s life.

Six weeks after the surgery, the external component of the cochlear implant was installed. Daud is now attending speech therapy sessions to improve his communication.

Daud’s parents shared their gratitude as follows:

“Seeing him hearing and responding to us comforts us a lot. This surgery has allowed our son to experience the world in a way he never had before. He can now live his life to the fullest. We are extremely grateful for all the support.”

Daud Ahmed now has the chance to hear the voices of his loved ones, to learn and grow, and to live a life with endless possibilities. We express our gratitude to the donors who made his surgery possible. You gave his parents the greatest gift and ensured that Daud would no longer live in silence.